The former Barcelona star is believed to want the clause as he is aware of his stature in world football, being able to effortlessly attract new employers should his Arsenal career stall - or the club fail to lift silverware.

Sanchez has won two FA Cups during his time at the Emirates Stadium but is a player certainly with greater ambition, explaining his mindset in favouring a fixed-price release clause.

The South American was subject of intense speculation regarding a move to Juventus, with the Serie A champions even going as far as to confirm a bid for the player.